/ Raw Materials
As the Dutch countryside sinks into clay-rich peat, Studio RietGoed turns resilient cattail into a dual solution—restoring waterlogged soils while developing plant-based textiles for tomorrow’s fashion
Craft, culture, and the coastline: a visual story by Peter Georgiades exploring the work of South African designers: raw materials, local craftsmen, local materials, ethical practices
What sets velvet apart from other woven fabrics is not the kind of fibers it is formed from but the techniques used to manufacture it. What is velvet made of?
What is cashmere made of? A reflection on the environmental impact of this natural fiber – while regenerated cashmere reshapes the textile supply chain: certifications, traceability, and innovation
Spain dominates the olive oil market, covering 40-50% of the world’s demand, but what is the environmental cost? Spanish designer Jorge Penadés presents his project Uprooted
Dutch Design Week – from rediscovering local raw materials to transforming waste into new products: Christien Meindertsma’s vision for a more ethical design
The fourth edition of the Bottega for Bottegas project explores the Venetian roots of the Maison and its woven legacy, featuring six artisanal ventures in dialogue with Lampoon
Handweaving, embroidery and fabric manipulation are design elements that communicate stories about Ethiopia. “If you’ve seen photos of Ethiopians wearing the traditional white dress, it’s handwoven.”
Helena Clunies-Ross Design: from rough architecture to art deco-inspired furniture, seeking for a balance between proportions, history and modernity
The philosophy of Eileen Gray, the forms of Bauhaus, the brushstrokes of Mirò, and the scenography of contemporary theater – in conversation with Belgian Designer Bob Verhelst, the collaboration with Serax